How far is Blowing Rock, NC from High Point, NC?
The driving distance from Blowing Rock, NC to High Point, NC is about 109.2 miles (175.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 94.3 miles (151.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 57m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 58m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Wilkes County, North Carolina, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Blowing Rock and High Point.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blowing Rock and High Point.
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Start on Main Street
1.1 km · 2 min · Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Valley Boulevard
2043 ft · 57 sec · Valley Boulevard
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Continue on James E Holshouser Jr Highway
2793 ft · 47 sec · James E Holshouser Jr Highway
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Take the exit slight right
778 ft · 25 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Blue Ridge Parkway
11 mi · 18 min · Blue Ridge Parkway
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Turn left onto Old 421 Connector
91 m · 16 sec · Old 421 Connector
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Turn right onto Old US 421
2.9 mi · 4 min · Old US 421
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Turn right
20.5 mi · 29 min
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Continue straight
50.1 mi · 59 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 40 East: Greensboro
1.6 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
7.3 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 74 East: High Point
9.8 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight right
2130 ft · 54 sec
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Continue straight
1635 ft · 30 sec
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Continue on North Main Street
3.6 mi · 8 min · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Blowing Rock and High Point.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Old US 421
Continue straight
50.1 mi · 00h 59m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Blowing Rock and Mostly Sunny near High Point.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Blowing Rock to High Point?
The road trip is about 109.2 miles (175.8 km) and usually takes 01h 58m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ronda is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.2 miles from Blowing Rock and 55.1 miles from High Point.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 94.3 miles (151.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.25 one way or $30.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Blowing Rock and Mostly Sunny near High Point.
Stop Ideas Near Ronda
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Ronda.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Blowing Rock and High Point. Straight-line distance: 94.24 mi (151.67 km).
#1 Blowing Rock
Town in North Carolina, United States
| Population | 1,316 |
| Coordinates | 36.1351300, -81.6776100 |
| Altitude | 1089 |
| Country | United States |
#2 High Point
The second most populous city in Guilford County, North Carolina.
| Population | 113,565 |
| Coordinates | 35.9556900, -80.0053200 |
| Altitude | 281 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Main Street (-80.005284, 35.955694)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 176 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 21m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $15.25 | $30.50 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $17.05 | $34.10 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $18.40 | $36.79 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $21.65 | $43.30 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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